Operator's Manual

MM101332V1, Rev. K

6 INTRODUCTION

This manual describes how to use the P7100

series portable radio. The P7100

series radio is available

without a front mounted keypad (P7130 – Select model), with a 6-button front mounted keypad (P7150 –

Scan model) and with a DTMF front mounted keypad (P7170 – System model). The P7100

series radios

are synthesized, microprocessor-based, high performance portable FM radios providing reliable two-way

communications in the Enhanced Digital Access Communications Systems (EDACS

) and P25 trunking

environments as well as conventional communications systems.

In P25 Trunked and EDACS modes, the user selects a communications system and group. In these modes,

channel selection is transparent to the user and is controlled via digital communication with the system

controller. This provides advanced programmable features and fast access to communication channels.

In the conventional mode, the user selects a channel and communicates directly on that channel. In this

mode, a system refers to a set of channels. A channel is a transmit/receive radio frequency pair.

The exact operation of the radio will depend on the operating mode, the radio’s programming, and the

particular radio system. Most features described in this manual can be enabled through programming.

Consult the particular features programmed into the P7100

For further detail about features and operation refer to the appropriate maintenance manual or contact the

system administrator.

6.1 WATER RESISTANCE

The P7100

series portable radios operate reliably even under adverse conditions. These radios meet

MIL-STD-810F specifications for driven rain, humidity, and salt fog.